14 Facts About Volvo S80

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Volvo S80 is an executive car produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1998 to 2016 across two generations.

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In June 2007, the Volvo S80 scored the highest "good" rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash test performance for frontal, side, and rear impacts, earning it the IIHS Top Safety Pick.

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The Volvo S80 featured a straight-six engine in a transverse engine mounting.

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Second generation Volvo S80 was unveiled at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show on 28 February, with sales beginning in June 2006.

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Second generation Volvo S80 received the IIHS 2007 Top Safety Pick Award in overall safety protection.

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New S80 is based on the Ford EUCD platform, used for vehicles including the Ford S-Max, third generation Ford Mondeo, and Ford Galaxy large MPVs Volvo's Personal Car Communicator remote control will be an optional feature with the new S80.

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Volvo S80 is available with optional adaptive cruise control with collision warning with auto brake.

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8.

The S80L is one of two Volvo models produced under a joint-venture with Changan Ford Mazda Automobile.

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The 2010 Volvo S80 facelift comes with a choice between a comfort-enhancing standard chassis, or a sport one that offers better handling dynamics.

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10.

The 2010 Volvo S80 will be available with a Volvo S80 R-design interior package to give the inside a sportier look.

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11.

The 2015 Volvo S80 went on sale in early 2014 and starts at $40,500 in the US.

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12.

Volvo S80 offered an expanded array of standard features for 2016 which includes heated front seats, Interior Air Quality System, power glass sunroof, and 18-inch "Magni" alloy wheels.

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New Volvo S80 options include a wood steering wheel and 19-inch "Bor" alloy wheels with a lowered Sport Chassis.

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14.

Volvo S80 is used as a base for specialised cars such as lengthened limousines, hearses, and ambulances.

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